The Batavia City Council has approved construction of the River Street Plaza, a new public gathering space designed to enhance downtown activity and create a welcoming place for residents and visitors. Located on the former Tin Shop site at 102 N. River Street, the plaza will support community events, the Batavia Farmers Market, and everyday use while strengthening the River Street corridor.
Planned improvements include accessible paving, landscaping, lighting, seating, bike racks, a bike repair station, public art elements, and native pollinator plantings. A limestone retaining wall and decorative screening features will help define the space and provide flexibility as nearby properties redevelop.
The project also includes installation of a prefabricated, self-cleaning public restroom with an exterior bottle filler and water fountain—an amenity long requested by the community.
Construction will occur in phases, with the City coordinating work to open the plaza as early as possible this year. The City Council approved a contract with Landmark Contractors, Inc. for plaza sitework in an amount not to exceed $618,000, including contingency. The project is funded through Tax Increment Financing District 3 and remains within the City’s approved budget.
River Street Plaza advances Batavia’s Downtown Plan and 2024–2028 Strategic Action Plan by supporting placemaking, economic vitality, and quality of life in the heart of downtown.
For additional photos and project updates, visit bataviail.gov/riverplaza.